December weather forecastBrighton, MI
December
Weather in December
December is fondly associated with winter festivities in Brighton, Michigan. Snowfall continues at 2.32" (59mm), painting a typical Midwestern winter scene imbued with a festive spirit. Relative humidity increases to 84% due to the cold weather, thickening the winter frost in the surroundings. The temperature continues to drop significantly, ensuring a white Christmas for the locals. Despite the shorter daylight hours, the holiday lights illuminate the city, keeping December warm and festive.Temperature
December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). During the month of December, Brighton identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brighton, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Brighton, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.5 days and aggregates up to 17.05" (433mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Brighton, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Brighton, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Brighton, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Brighton, MI
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Brighton, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").
Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Brighton, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 2.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Brighton, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Brighton, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Brighton, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Brighton, MI
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
